Revelation 16:6
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Revelation 16:6 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Revelation 16:6 is a verse from the book of Revelation in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "For they have shed the blood of saints and prophets, and thou hast given them blood to drink; for they are worthy." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Revelation 16:6 — KJV
“For they have shed the blood of saints and prophets, and thou hast given them blood to drink; for they are worthy.”
— Revelation 16:6 (KJV)
Revelation 16:6 in Context — About the Book of Revelation
Revelation pulls back the curtain on history's finale: the risen Christ walking among His churches, the throne room of heaven, judgment on evil, and a new heaven and new earth where God wipes every tear away. Written to persecuted believers, its message is singular — the Lamb wins.
Cross-References for Revelation 16:6
“Be merciful, O LORD, unto thy people Israel, whom thou hast redeemed, and lay not innocent blood unto thy people of Israel's charge. And the blood shall be forgiven them. unto thy people of: Heb. in the midst, etc”
Shares key themes with Revelation 16:6: blood, hast, given
“That this shall be no grief unto thee, nor offence of heart unto my lord, either that thou hast shed blood causeless, or that my lord hath avenged himself: but when the LORD shall have dealt well with my lord, then remember thine handmaid. no grief: Heb. no staggering, or, stumbling”
Shares key themes with Revelation 16:6: shed, blood, hast
“And blessed be thy advice, and blessed be thou, which hast kept me this day from coming to shed blood, and from avenging myself with mine own hand.”
Shares key themes with Revelation 16:6: shed, blood, hast
“But the word of the LORD came to me, saying, Thou hast shed blood abundantly, and hast made great wars: thou shalt not build an house unto my name, because thou hast shed much blood upon the earth in my sight.”
Shares key themes with Revelation 16:6: shed, blood, hast
“But God said unto me, Thou shalt not build an house for my name, because thou hast been a man of war, and hast shed blood. blood: Heb. bloods”
Shares key themes with Revelation 16:6: shed, blood, hast
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